The Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) has issued a Small Craft Warning and High Surf Advisory for Barbados
The advisory, issued Monday evening, said conditions are expected to persist through midweek, with improvement likely by Wednesday night.
According to the BMS, a strong Atlantic high-pressure system has generated fresh breezes across the region, resulting in agitated sea conditions. Swells in open waters are forecast between 2.5 and 3.5 metres (8 to 11 feet), while wind speeds of 20 to 25 knots have been recorded.
These conditions may make the operation of smaller vessels difficult, particularly in open waters where large swells can pose hazards to some craft.
Officials noted that swell heights are expected to decrease to between 2.0 and 3.0 metres by Wednesday, at which time a Small Craft and High Surf Advisory may remain in effect depending on conditions.
The advisory was updated at 6 p.m. on Monday and will be reviewed again at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, or sooner if necessary. (BMS)
